Leek

Typically available from early spring through mid-summer. Check with your local store for current availability.

Tall, aromatic, tube shaped stem with flat leaves. Mild, onion-like flavor. Sauté in place of onions and utilize in soups.

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Characteristics

Size: 2'-3' tall, 2"-3" width

Days to Maturity: 95 Days

Productivity: 1"-2" Thick Stems

Light Requirement:Full Sun

Water Needs:Moderate to High

Growth Habit: Upright

Green Thumb Guide

Plant in enriched garden soil 1-2 weeks after last frost. Leave 8"-10" of space between each plant. Fertilize when transplanting. Water early morning or late evening. Harvest leaves at 1"-2" thickness for best flavor. gandb-soilbuildingconditioner,redrooster-woodroundpointshovel,ebstone-organics-tomatoevegetablefood,ebstone-chickenmanure,ames-wood-handle-trowel